Maharashtra, one of India’s most agriculturally significant states, has witnessed a high incidence of farmer suicides. These suicides are the result of multiple, interrelated factors, […]
CROP INSURANCE – MEANING AND CONCEPTS
Meaning of Crop Insurance Crop insurance is a risk management tool designed to protect farmers against the financial losses caused by adverse events such as […]
ROLE OF NABARD IN AGRICULTURAL FINANCE
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is the apex development bank in India, established in 1982 to promote sustainable and equitable agriculture […]
SOURCES OF AGRICULTURAL CREDIT IN INDIA – INSTITUTIONAL AND NON-INSTITUTIONAL SOURCES
Agricultural credit in India is sourced from a combination of institutional and non-institutional channels. These sources cater to the diverse financial needs of farmers, ranging […]
TRENDS IN AGRICULTURAL PRICES
Introduction Agricultural prices are a reflection of the dynamics of demand and supply, production levels, market infrastructure, and government policies. Over the years, agricultural prices […]
AGRICULTURAL PRICES
Agricultural pricing is a critical aspect of the agrarian economy, directly influencing the income of farmers, market stability, and food security. Understanding the dynamics of […]
WAREHOUSING IN INDIA
WAREHOUSING IN INDIA Warehousing plays a crucial role in the agricultural supply chain by ensuring the safe storage of produce, reducing post-harvest losses, and facilitating […]
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE MARKET COMMITTEE (APMC)
The Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) is a statutory body established by state governments in India to regulate the buying and selling of agricultural produce. […]
CO-OPERATIVE MARKETING
Introduction Co-operative marketing is a system where farmers come together to form cooperative societies for the collective marketing of their agricultural produce. This approach aims […]
REGULATED MARKETS
Introduction Regulated markets, also known as Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) in India, are organized marketplaces established by the government to regulate the sale and […]